At 142 miles in length, the Juniata River is the 2nd largest tributary of the Susquehanna River. We invite anglers to focus on about 14 local miles of “The Big J” (the Little Juniata or “Little J” is one of its famous cold-water tributaries), where a broad and shallow course runs between steep ridges and through scenic water gaps. The Juniata meets the Susquehanna about 15 miles north of Harrisburg. Canoes are often seen on the waters as fishing enthusiasts float the shallows and stop along the banks. Smallmouth bass are plentiful and anglers can also find muskies, walleyes, rock bass, catfish, and carp.
